Wilderness: Part 2
Wilderness: Part 2

Wilderness: Part 2

2017Movie147 minJapanese

Set in the near future around Shinjuku, Tokyo. Shinji got out from a youth detention center. Barikan suffers from stuttering and extreme shyness. These two men meet in a boxing gym. Shinji and Barikan become friends and pursue boxing under a hopeless situation.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users70%
Director: David SladeGenres: Drama, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the aftermath of a devastating event, a young woman named Liv navigates a treacherous wilderness haunted by her past. As she struggles to survive, she encounters enigmatic figures who offer cryptic guidance, forcing her to confront her inner demons. The line between reality and hallucination blurs as Liv battles not only the elements but also the psychological toll of her experiences.

Critical Reception

Wilderness: Part 2 received a mixed reception from critics, who lauded its atmospheric tension and Lovie Simone's performance but criticized its pacing and occasionally convoluted narrative. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its dark themes and suspense, while others found it slow and unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.
  • Criticized for a slow pace and an overly ambiguous plot.
  • Visually striking but narratively disjointed.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's moody visuals and the emotional depth brought by the lead actress, though many found the story difficult to follow and the ending anticlimactic.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote, dense forest, with the production team aiming to capture a sense of isolation and primal fear.

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